Vacation rentals with a kayak in Tompkins County

End of Fall Special! 2 Night Min at Water's Edge!

End of Fall Special! 2 night min 10/27-11/25/25. Amazing lake house w/views from every room. Autumn leaves, wineries, & more! Fully equip kitchen. Huge dining table, 2-sided-fireplace, living room w/sectional, desk & 65"TV. King suite w/fireplace & deck. Primary bath w/glass shower, tub, & skylight.Queen guest w/full bath. 3rd bedroom w/twin/full bunks & daybed. Sleeper sofa, reading nook, W/D, Wifi, A/C, blackout blinds, outdoor dining table, kayaks, paddleboard, dock, gas bbq, & 2 fire pits.

2 BR/2B Lake house Minutes from Town and Campus!

-Beautiful lake views -Amazing location -Cozy -Modern -Comfortable -Peaceful & Private These are the most common remarks from our guests. The perfect lake living on the water while still minutes from town! Treat yourself to coffee/tea every day while watching the sunrise over the lake from dual balconies/the dock. This is a two-story home w/ 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Accessible to Ithaca's finest restaurants, Cornell University & Ithaca College, wineries & all the Finger Lakes have to offer.

Oasis Retreat Nestled in Nature

Nestled on 14+ picturesque acres, this spacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom loft style home offers a unique blend of comfort, serenity, and adventure. Just 12 minutes from Cornell University and Ithaca College, this haven is perfect for families, couples or anyone seeking a peaceful escape while still being close to downtown Ithaca. The kitchen and office boast ample workspace with beautiful western views. (1st floor is owner-occupied) Come discover the Finger Lakes region from this unique hideaway!

Charming Apartment in Historic Collegetown Home

Welcome to your charming retreat in the heart of Collegetown, the neighborhood adjacent to Cornell. Nestled within the historic Miller-Heller House (more info: @millerhellerhouse on Insta), this one bedroom apartment blends vintage charm with modern convenience. A short walk to campus and restaurants, bars, and shopping, it is the perfect base for students, academics, alumni, families, prospective Cornellians, and visitors alike. Registered as a short term rental in the City of Ithaca STR-25-60.

Amazing view Abundant wildlife Close 2 IC/Cornell

Gorgeous view, acres of nature, abundant wildlife, yet close to everything; about 10 min to Ithaca College/Cornell and 5-10 min to local attractions (Cayuga Lake/the Commons/parks/wineries/breweries/cider houses). Relax on the large patio: lounge in sun or shade, grill, dine al fresco, enjoy the fire table; or just savor the view from inside the newly renovated house. Watch the parade of birds & wildlife. Walk up the driveway to miles of trails. Feels secluded, yet convenient to local sights.

Modern Retreat-Hiking, waterfalls, kingbed, hottub

Enjoy your next Finger Lakes vacation at the Rustic Red Retreat! Located just outside of Ithaca, and a short drive to Cornell, this home is nestled next to a peaceful pond and provides modern amenities with rustic charm. The beautiful hand-hewn beams, reclaimed materials, and fireplace offer a warm, cozy stay after a busy day exploring the area. Enjoy numerous state parks, incredible waterfalls, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and all the seasonal events that the Finger Lakes have to offer!

Lakeside Suite Retreat w/ King Minutes from Town

Welcome to our Lakefront Studio! This extremely popular unit with an unbeatable sunrise view is back on Airbnb after a 2-year break for a major exterior remodel. The convenient location allows easy access to downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and IC in minutes. Walkable to the famous Cass Park and a short drive from Taughannock Park. Make use of the lakefront dock to swim and enjoy the provided kayaks. We are located at the base of the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, so you can get the full FLX experience!

Robins Brook

Robins Brook is a Bright Roomy Outback Camper nestled in the heart of the Fingerlakes. Our Camper is perfect for a family of 4. There are several sleeping options in this Unit; a set of bunk beds on one end; a queen on the other; or both the table and couch pull down into beds if you prefer. There is air conditioning for the hot months of summer and a furnace for those who prefer some Fall camping. There is a firepit located outside which is perfect for roasting marshmallows and weenies.

Magical lakefront treehouse, minutes to downtown

A magical treehouse perched over its own gorge on Cayuga Lake. This place is special! There’s a giant porch wrapped around a 300-year oak tree and a lakeside tea house that can serve as an extra bedroom. There’s a dock, fire pit, room for yard games by the water, plenty of outdoor seating on the porch, by the lake, or on the dock. All of this is minutes from downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Taughannock Falls state park. It’s also a great base to explore the Finger Lakes wine region.

Amazing View, spacious, jacuzzi, swimming, hiking

This 1 BR home is great for a getaway. Only 2 miles from downtown Ithaca & 5 minutes from Cornell. Located at the end of the Song neighborhood in Ecovillage, with large yard. Deep Japanese tub with jacuzzi. 800 sf. Organic gardens, swimming pond, playground, outdoor furniture and grill. 175 acres of forest and pathways for hiking. or skiing. Friendly neighborhood with quiet time from 9:30 pm to 7 am. Enjoy Ithaca gorges, parks, Cayuga lake, great food, music and wineries..

Modern Cayuga Lake House in Ithaca Kayak Fireplace

Clean, quiet, well-maintained , modern, comfortable house directly on Cayuga Lake but only minutes from downtown Ithaca, Finger Lakes wineries, Cornell, Ithaca College and gorge hikes. Our house has spectacular lake views, a modern floor plan and beautiful construction and details. New gas fireplace added in 2025. Pet Friendly, Kayaks, Canoe provided. There is an easy path with stairs from the lower parking to the house. See pictures of the steps to the lake.

Lake Front Home 3bed/2bath on Cayuga Lake - Ithaca

Entire lakefront home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The two large decks overlook the private dock and 100 feet of shoreline. The lakefront home is situated on the west side of Cayuga Lake in Ithaca, NY. Close by to Downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and local attractions. Your well-behaved furry friends are welcome to join you at the lake house, with a $75 pet cleaning fee. Please help keep the lake house pet friendly by picking up after your pet. Thank you!